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3 weeks ago | wtaj.com | trevor miller |Tim Durkin

BELLEFONTE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A delayed decision from the state on whether to close two correctional facilities has county commissioners cautiously optimistic that more options are being considered. The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections recently updated its website to indicate that a final decision on the future of SCI Rockview and the Quehanna Boot Camp remains pending. The decision had originally been expected in May.

1 month ago | wtaj.com | trevor miller |Tim Durkin

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A growing shortage of child care teachers is shutting down classrooms and straining working families across Pennsylvania, prompting Somerset County leaders to call for urgent state investment. At a press conference Thursday hosted at The Learning Lamp Center for Children, lawmakers, business advocates and child care experts detailed the economic fallout of the staffing crises, pointing to recent state and local surveys.

1 month ago | wtaj.com | Jordan Mansberger |trevor miller

This story has been updated to show the correct statements made by Jenna Conner. HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Campers are adjusting their Memorial Day plans this year as federal campgrounds at Raystown Lake remain closed due to a continuing federal hiring freeze, but no reopening date has been confirmed. Park Ranger Jenna Conner clarified that while the federal hiring freeze has been extended to July 15, that date is not when the campgrounds will reopen.

1 month ago | wtaj.com | trevor miller |Rian Bossler

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — After nearly two hours of discussion and debate during a special meeting, the Penn State University Board of Trustees voted to close seven commonwealth campuses that they say have seen significant declines in enrollment. Toward the end of the meeting, which was publicly livestreamed on Penn State’s website at 5 p.m. Thursday, Board Chair David Kleppinger motioned for the board to hold a vote on the campus closures.

1 month ago | wtaj.com | trevor miller |Tim Durkin

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Community members had the chance to get a firsthand look at life inside the fire service Friday as Alpha Fire Company opened its doors for an interactive open house aimed at recruiting volunteers and raising awareness about the growing costs of emergency response. The event invited attendees to explore fire trucks, try on gear, and even operate fire hoses, offering a hands-on experience for those curious about firefighting.